DD, Council for Cultural Relations in pact to expand content reach

In a significant step towards strengthening India’s cultural diplomacy and global outreach, the country’s national broadcaster Doordarshan  signed a pact with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) to expand the reach of the country’s cultural content globally.

Gurjeev Singh Kapoor to lead Hathway Cable as CEO

Hathway Cable and Datacom has appointed Gurjeev Singh Kapoor as its new chief executive officer, marking a key leadership transition at the company as it looks to strengthen its position in the evolving cable and broadband market.

SPNI dedicates ‘Wheel of Fortune’ episode to distribution partners

Sony Pictures Networks India (SPNI) has dedicated a special episode of its game show ‘Wheel of Fortune’ to its trade and distribution partners, recognising their role in taking the network’s channels to millions of homes across India.

Govt publications Yojana, others now available on WAVES OTT

In a major push towards digital knowledge access, the Indian government’s Publications Division has made its flagship journals Yojana, Kurukshetra, Aajkal and Bal Bharati, along with the weekly Employment News, available free of cost on Prasar Bharati’s WAVES OTT platform.

Moves afoot to empanel OTT platforms for govt. ads

The government has taken a significant step towards integrating streaming platforms into its advertising ecosystem by opening financial bids for the empanelment of over-the-top (OTT) platforms.

Jenna Ortega mulled giving up acting till Netflix’s ‘You’ landed

Actor Jenna Ortega recently revealed that she was on the verge of stepping away from acting before landing her breakthrough role in the hit Netflix series ‘You’. Quoting a Variety article, an ANI report yesterday stated that Ortega had begun questioning her future in the industry as a teenager after transitioning out of children’s television.

News18 Odia’s ‘Asmita Sammilani’ celebrates State’s 90 years

Celebrating nine decades of Odisha’s formation and its rich cultural legacy, News18 Odia hosted ‘Odia Asmita Sammilani 2026’, bringing together prominent political leaders, cultural icons, and thought leaders on one platform.

RCB vs MI rivalry in focus ahead of April 12 clash

As the IPL season heats up, one of its most anticipated rivalries is back in the spotlight with Royal Challengers Bengaluru set to face Mumbai Indians on April 12. More than just a league fixture, the clash brings with it years of history, intensity, and the much-talked-about face-off between Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Utopai Studios, NBA superstar James Harden announce collab

James Harden has partnered with Utopai Studios for a new AI-powered animated short that celebrates one of his most iconic trademarks—his beard. The video is now live across Harden’s social media platforms, including Instagram and X, offering fans a fresh, creative take on his larger-than-life persona.

Platform 8 to premiere  ‘Ichchepuran’ on Poila Boishakh

Platform 8 has announced the launch of its upcoming Bengali web series ‘Ichchepuran’, set to premiere on April 10, 2026, marking the festive occasion of Poila Boishakh. Directed by Haranath Chakraborty, the series explores the complex interplay between desire, destiny, and moral choices, offering a narrative that is both engaging and introspective.

Kuku TV launches #DhoniWatchesKukuTV campaign

In a first-of-its-kind moment for India’s digital entertainment space, Kuku TV has brought together over 77 leading actors for a large-scale social media campaign, #DhoniWatchesKukuTV, celebrating Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s association with the platform. The initiative marks one of the biggest coordinated digital blitzes in the microdrama category.

Amazon Music India to stream Ashwin’s ‘Ash Ki Baat’ exclusively

Amazon Music India has partnered with Ravichandran Ashwin to exclusively release his popular cricket podcast ‘Ash Ki Baat’ during the ongoing cricket season, strengthening its push into the podcast and audio entertainment space.

Swati Borda joins JioStar in key influencer role

Swati Borda has joined JioStar as Associate Director – Key Accounts, Influencer Marketing, marking a new addition to the company’s growing focus on creator-led brand solutions.

‘Bridgerton’ S5 adds three new cast members

‘Bridgerton’ is expanding its ensemble for the upcoming fifth season, with Tega Alexander, Jacqueline Boatswain and Gemma Knight Jones joining the cast. The Regency-era romantic drama, backed by Netflix and Shondaland, is currently filming in London.

ABBY Awards 2026 names Raj Kamble, Senthil Kumar, Niraj Ruparel as jury chairs

The Advertising Club has announced the appointment of Raj Kamble, Senthil Kumar and Niraj Ruparel as Jury Chairs for the ABBY Awards 2026 Powered by The One Club | The One Show, strengthening the leadership line-up for one of India’s most prominent advertising honours.